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The Adoring Fan Is Calling You As Oblivion Remastered Hits Lowest Price On PC
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is currently available at its lowest price on PC, selling for $31.49 / £31.49 at Fanatical with a 37% discount. This enhanced version includes the Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine expansions, offering a complete experience for players looking for a Bethesda fix while awaiting The Elder Scrolls VI.
Fallout New York AI Game Taken Down
An AI-generated Fallout fan game set in New York was taken offline after ZeniMax Media, parent company of Bethesda, issued a cease-and-desist notice. The project, built entirely with AI and playable in a web browser, utilized Fallout's intellectual property, including its name, branding, and game mechanics. This incident highlights the growing tension between AI-assisted game creation and existing intellectual property rights, occurring amidst a broader trend of AI-driven game mash-ups and recreations that are dividing modding communities.
Fallout 5 being set outside the US "could be amazing," former Bethesda lead says, even if Todd Howard has previously suggested it's not happening
Former Bethesda lead designer Bruce Nesmith believes setting Fallout 5 outside the US, such as in London or Paris, could be an amazing opportunity for the franchise. While Todd Howard has previously suggested the series would remain in North America, Nesmith sees potential in international locations to explore distinct cultures and environments within the post-apocalyptic setting.
Former Starfield designer says Bethesda's sci-fi RPG probably won't get a sequel, because the original wasn't 'anywhere near successful enough'
Former Starfield designer Kurt Kuhlmann expressed doubt about a sequel, stating the game was not successful enough for Bethesda to pursue a second installment. He believes lessons learned from Starfield could have improved a sequel, particularly regarding its outpost building mechanic, but suggests the studio will likely prioritize The Elder Scrolls and Fallout.
"I don’t think Starfield was anywhere near successful enough to do a Starfield 2," former Bethesda dev…
Former Bethesda lead systems designer Kurt Kuhlmann believes Starfield was not successful enough to warrant a sequel, suggesting a Starfield 2 could have better realized Todd Howard's vision. He points to the game's lack of coherence, particularly with its outpost system, as a key area for improvement that was not addressed from Fallout 4.
8 strong Elder Scrolls opinions: With over 2,500 combined hours (and not all as stealth archers), we shout at each other…
Five PC Gamer editors share their strong opinions on The Elder Scrolls series, accumulated over 2,500 hours of gameplay. Discussions cover the series' shift away from traditional RPG mechanics, the quality of main quests versus side quests in Skyrim and Oblivion, the merits of Oblivion's spellmaking, and the potential for a future Elder Scrolls TV show.
Survival RPG Everwind introduces a Minecraft-style sandbox mode in major new update
The survival RPG Everwind has received a major update called Winds of Creation, introducing a highly requested sandbox mode that removes survival threats and allows for free building. The update also adds new exploration tools, weapon types, creatures, and a revamped starting zone for spellcasters. Developer Enjoy Studio plans to further expand the sandbox features.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker Review | TheXboxHub
The Blood of Dawnwalker, an RPG from Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco, presents an ambitious world of vampires and human exploration but suffers from significant gameplay issues. While the presentation and story setup are promising, the combat is overly difficult and confusing, and traversal mechanics are buggy and frustrating, leading to a disappointing experience despite its potential.
You can now play The Blood of Dawnwalker in split-screen co-op
A new mod for Rebel Wolves' RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, enables split-screen co-op play on PC. Created by 'MrSecondPlayer,' the 'Dawnwalker Together' mod allows two players to share a screen, though it is currently in alpha and designed for single-player functionality. The game, which released nine days ago, already has a thriving modding community.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past
The latest issue of PC Gamer magazine features an exclusive preview of CD Projekt Red's new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, with developer interviews and unseen images. The issue also celebrates the Real-Time Strategy genre with a list of 14 recommended titles and previews several other upcoming games, including Exodus and Halo: Campaign Evolved.
I'm not saying Fallout 4 modding drama gets to people, but here's Breaking Benjamin's singer begging concertgoers to try his AI-assisted first person mod
Breaking Benjamin frontman Benjamin Burnley used a recent concert to promote his AI-assisted Fallout 4 mod, True First Person. He expressed frustration with another modder who he claims bullied him, urging the audience to download his mod to spite them. The mod currently has over 2,300 downloads on Nexus Mods.
All the RPS Supporter rewards for August 2026: fatty felines, GTA 6 pondering, and a heap of barely washed radishes
Rock Paper Shotgun has detailed its supporter rewards for August 2026, featuring exclusive articles and content. Highlights include a puzzle game about toast and cats, a discussion on covering Grand Theft Auto VI, and a piece on modding Skyrim for fishing.
20 Fastest Cars in Forza Horizon 6 (Ranked by Stock Speed)
LyncConf has launched as a platform for discovering, downloading, and managing game mods, aiming to provide a safe and organized alternative to scattered forums. The service verifies mods for safety and compatibility, offering curated content for PC games. The article highlights popular mods and tools for enhancing graphics and gameplay, emphasizing the benefits of modding for extending game longevity and player experience.
Why GTA Games Are A “Stab In The Heart,” But Also Amazing, For Ex-Dishonored Dev
Former Dishonored developer Raphaël Colantonio views Grand Theft Auto games as a "stab in the heart" for immersive sim enthusiasts, praising Rockstar's surface-level simulation and sandbox execution while lamenting the lack of lasting consequences for player actions. He contrasts this with games like Skyrim, where choices have meaningful, long-term impacts, and expresses his personal preference for deeper player agency over GTA's mission-instance approach. Colantonio looks forward to Grand Theft Auto 6 to see how Rockstar pushes its instant simulation further.
The Elder Scrolls 6 will keep Skyrim's famous cheese physics – now Bethesda needs to give me a reason to care
The Elder Scrolls 6 will continue to use Bethesda's Creation Engine, the same engine that powered Skyrim and its famous physics for objects like cheese. The author argues that while the engine allows for complex object persistence, Bethesda has not fully leveraged its physics capabilities in vanilla gameplay. They suggest that future Bethesda titles should utilize the engine's potential for more interactive puzzles and gameplay mechanics.
Fallout 4 fans let out as a sigh of relief as Bethesda quadruples the RPG's mod limit without breaking everything…
Bethesda Game Studios has released a Fallout 4 update that significantly improves modding capabilities by increasing the BA2 archive limit from 256 to 1024, effectively quadrupling the number of mods players can use. The update also enables PlayStation mods to utilize custom assets, a long-requested feature. Similar improvements are expected for Skyrim.
Morrowind-inspired RPG whose devs gave up waiting for The Elder Scrolls 6 launches to 86% positive Steam rating:…
The Lantern of the Laughless Saint, an RPG heavily inspired by Morrowind developed by NerveLabs, has launched into early access on PC with an 86% positive Steam rating. The game emphasizes exploration and esoteric lore, with developers humorously referencing their impatience for The Elder Scrolls 6 and Bethesda's Todd Howard. Despite some expected performance issues in its beta state, players are praising its nostalgic feel.
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This article explores why players are drawn to simulation games like Farming Simulator and Powerwash Simulator, which focus on everyday tasks rather than epic heroism. It suggests that the meditative and conclusive nature of these activities offers a unique form of relaxation and stress relief, contrasting with the responsibilities of real-life jobs or world-saving quests in other games.
Fallout 4’s August 2026 Patch Arrives Tomorrow — Bethesda Says Back Up Your Load Order First
Bethesda Game Studios is releasing a patch for Fallout 4 tomorrow, August 18th, and is advising players to back up their load order beforehand to prevent potential issues with mods and save files, similar to past update problems. The studio also mentioned a forthcoming update for Skyrim, though details have not yet been revealed. The article touches on Fallout 4's continued relevance through community mods and its role while players await Fallout 5 and remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas.
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Dev Warned Warner Bros. Not to Go Up Against Skyrim Back in 2011
The developer of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North reportedly argued against its release coinciding with Skyrim in 2011 but was overruled by Warner Bros. This decision highlights the competitive landscape and strategic considerations in game releases.